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Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool

"Our grandson's key person is amazing, so kind, helpful, always goes above and beyond, so are all the staff. We always feel welcomed when we are there. The standards of the nursery are so amazing, from food choices to the updates and it's evident that our grandson is thriving there."
(JR, Grandparent - daynurseries.co.uk)
Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschoolc/o University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4RP

An Outstanding Nursery in Lancaster

Welcome to Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool. At our Ofsted Outstanding nursery in Lancaster, we provide the very best care and early education for children aged 3 months to 4 years.

Spacious Rooms

Our baby room is large and bright and offers lots of space for your little one to explore as they start making discoveries about the world around them. In this room, we care for children aged 3 months to 2 years and we have a range of activities to support them as they develop. This lovely room also benefits from a separate sleeping area as well as direct access to our baby garden.

Children aged 2 to 3 years love their bright and cosy toddler room, where we support toilet training and language development.

In preschool, children aged 3 to 5 begin developing the key skills they need to feel ready and confident to start school. Preschoolers benefit from direct access to the garden, which they share with the toddler room.

Children also enjoy Boogie Mites music sessions where they can learn about the world through music and song.

A Bright Beginning for Every Child

Your little one will get the best start to their schooling life through our enriching and wellbeing-focused Bright Beginnings Curriculum, designed by our own Early Years specialists.

Building on the foundations of the government’s EYFS curriculum, Bright Beginnings combines a wide range of activities to nurture and develop the skills your child needs to flourish and reach their full potential. This holistic yet personal approach supports each child’s wellbeing, development, and progress – whether that’s moving rooms or preparing them for school.

You can stay updated with your child’s day through our Bright Horizons Family app.

Enriching Learning Programmes

At our nursery in Lancaster, your child will get the best start to their schooling life through enriching learning experiences thanks to our Growing Enhancement programmes. This unique programme introduces your child to essential key skills in subjects including maths, reading, writing, science, art, IT, sports, and more.

Garden Adventures

We’re fortunate to have two large gardens to support your little explorer as they grow. Our baby garden features a wide range of age-appropriate resources, allowing them to engage in a number of fun activities throughout the day.

Toddlers and preschoolers share a spacious and exciting garden, to which they have freeflow access. We also have a Forest School area, which provides a wealth of fun learning opportunities and makes a great place for a mini beast hunt. 

All-Inclusive Care and Convenience

  • Nutritionally-balanced and tasty meals are prepared daily. Our all-inclusive care extends to nappies, formula, wipes, and creams.
  • Onsite parking and buggy park.
  • Situated on the grounds of the Royal Lancaster Infirmary, making it ideally situated for staff and local residents.
  • We offer discounted rates to employees of MBHT (Morecombe Bay Hospital Trust).
  • Our nursery in Lancaster is conveniently located close to Lancaster train station.
  • Enjoy longer opening hours of 7:00am to 6:30pm.

Your Personal Tour

We look forward to welcoming you and your little one for a personal tour and to answering any questions you may have about our nursery in Lancaster.

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Hannah
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c/o University Hospitals Of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, Ashton Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4RP
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  • Monday7:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Tuesday7:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Wednesday7:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Thursday7:00AM - 6:00PM
  • Friday7:00AM - 6:00PM
Lines open: Mon - Fri 08:00 - 19:00

Here's an 'at a glance guide' to what Lancaster has to offer.

Transport Links 

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Purpose Built 

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Landscaped Garden 

Landscaped
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Mud Kitchen 

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Sensory Room 

Sensory
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Preschool Teacher 

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On-site Chef 

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Buggy Park 

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Water Play 

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Forest Area 

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Quiet Space 

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Green Flag Award 

Eco
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Included in our fees

Green Tick
Unlimited hypoallergenic nappies*
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Unlimited hypoallergenic wipes*
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Three nutritious meals
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A range of healthy snacks
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Formula milk for babies under 1 year
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Cows' milk or dairy-free alternatives for older babies and children
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*A very small number of our nurseries are not able to offer all of the above, please check with your nursery for specific details.

We've got it covered

Baby and toddler care items are all included, together with all food and snacks (and milk for babies under 1 year-old). We offer milk alternatives and dairy- free milk to children with allergies.

We cater for a wide range of nutritional needs allergies, intolerances and special diets (including vegetarian and cultural). Find out more about our food, menus and mealtimes.

Fee Calculator

Our calculator enables you to estimate your basic fees BEFORE childcare funding is applied. We’ve taken this approach as funding is dependent on your own very individual situation, how old your child is, where you live, whether you’re working and so on.

Our comprehensive funding guides provide guidance on what funding you’re likely to be eligible for, we can send this to you after you’ve estimated your fees.

When you visit us, we can also help you understand your options and work out what your net fees will be after any childcare funding is taken into account.

Estimate your fees

Oops! We appear to be having a few technical challenges! Our team is working hard to get our fee calculator back up and running soon as soon as possible. Thanks for bearing with us.

In the meantime, if you need some answers or to book a nursery visit, then please call us on 01524 230 724, our friendly team is here to help.

Find out what people love about us

Parent testimonials taken from daynurseries.co.uk.
  • Parent Testimonial
    "We are extremely happy with the nursery so far and can’t thank the staff (especially her key person) enough for how well my daughter has settled."

    L B, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "Brilliant communication from the Nursery. I love the daily updates on the app with lots of lovely pictures."

    S F, Parent

  • Parent Testimonial
    "My daughter started this nursery at the beginning of January. Since she's started I've noticed nothing but positive changes in my daughter's behavior and development."

    Taome R, Parent

Here you can explore more about how we’ll support you and your family, right from day one and throughout your journey with us.

The Nurture Approach

The Nurture Approach

Our holistic, research-backed approach nurtures emotional wellbeing, inspires learning, and provides exceptional care - supporting your child’s development every step of the way. 

Childcare Funding Options

Childcare Funding

Take a look through all the available options to see what childcare funding is available to support your family, and download our funding guide.

Our Nursery Day

Our Nursery Day

Discover what happens after drop-off! From outdoor adventures to cosy story time, our days are thoughtfully structured to balance play, learning, rest, and mealtimes.  

SEND

SEND Support

We’ll ensure we give your child the support to feel empowered to thrive at their own pace through our inclusive, tailored support.

Family Resources

Family Resources

Take a look at our wide range of activities, book reviews, nursery rhymes, recipes, blogs and more.

Settling In Sessions

Settling In Sessions

Starting at nursery can be an exciting time for you and your child. Our Settling in Sessions will provide you with the chance to get to know your nursery.

Food & Mealtimes

Food and Mealtimes

Our nurseries are proud to serve every child with freshly prepared food. Take a look at our menus and more.

Meet the team

Our team are dedicated to making your child's experience safe and fun. We always go the extra mile.

  • Sale Nursery Manager Hannah
    HannahNursery Manager
  • Lancaster Day Nursery and Preschool Deputy Manager Emma
    EmmaDeputy Manager
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